{"id":379371,"date":"2025-07-07T11:43:06","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T11:43:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/?p=379371"},"modified":"2026-06-19T09:42:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T09:42:17","slug":"ce-markings-and-the-eu-doc","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/ce-markings-and-the-eu-doc","title":{"rendered":"CE Markings and the EU Declaration of Conformity: What international eBay sellers need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">According to the EU\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/single-market-economy.ec.europa.eu\/news\/blue-guide-implementation-product-rules-2022-published-2022-06-29_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\"><u>Blue Guide<\/u><\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\">, CE is a conformity marking that indicates a product\u2019s compliance with European environmental, safety, and health standards and regulations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">On the other hand, the EU Declaration of Conformity is the final step in the CE marking process, serving as proof that the manufacturer has successfully completed each step.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Hence, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/selling-on-ebay-after-gpsr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\"><u>sellers on eBay<\/u><\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\"> and other European online marketplaces must ensure that their products have undergone this process successfully, even if they only act as the distributors of items they include in their online stores.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">However, understanding which product categories and specific products require CE marking and EU DoC can be challenging because a wide range of EU regulations mandates their use.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">As a result, eBay sellers who produce sunglasses or toys must ensure that each item they place on an online marketplace in the EU has both the CE marking and the DoC.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Here\u2019s what you need to know about the EU Declaration of Conformity and CE markings before placing a product on one of eBay\u2019s European marketplaces.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>CE Markings and the EU DoC: Key takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul data-pm-slice=\"3 3 []\">\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">CE markings are mandatory for specific product categories sold in the EU, EEA, and Turkey.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">EU DoC is unnecessary for products that don\u2019t require CE markings\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Affixing a CE marking to a product that doesn\u2019t comply with the EU\u2019s environmental, health, and safety regulations is punishable by fines, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/a-guide-through-the-gpsr-and-product-recalls-for-online-sellers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">product recalls<\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\">, and market bans.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">The exact steps manufacturers must take during the CE marking process depend on the applicable harmonizing standards, directives, regulations, and product-specific requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">CE marking ensures the free movement of products on European markets.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The scope of CE Marking requirements<\/h2>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">One of the largest obstacles sellers face on the path to the EU\u2019s online marketplaces is grasping the scope of CE marking requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">There are over thirty EU-wide CE marking directives and regulations that mandate the use of this marking for specific product categories.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">That\u2019s why <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/gpsr-responsibilities-and-compliance-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">sellers who manufacture the products<\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\"> they offer on the EU\u2019s online marketplace or distributors who significantly modify items they sell in their online stores must be familiar with all regulations, directives, and harmonized standards that apply to the specific product categories they offer to European consumers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Before physically affixing the CE marking to a product, manufacturers or economic operators qualifying as manufacturers must:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Ensure a product\u2019s conformity with relevant environmental protection, product safety, and health standards.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Compose a technical document outlining the conformity assessment procedure and listing the harmonized EU standards.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Determine whether the notified body should conduct an independent assessment of the product.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Create the EU Declaration of Conformity.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">The process of obtaining the CE marking is free, unless an independent assessment by the notified body is required, and there\u2019s no limit to the marking\u2019s period of validity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Product categories that require CE marking<\/h2>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">It\u2019s paramount to know which categories of products must have CE marking before entering EU marketplaces, even for online sellers who only distribute products they add to their stores. They must ensure that each item has the necessary documentation and appropriately affixed marking.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Things get exponentially more complex for international sellers on eBay or other platforms who produce the items they sell on European online marketplaces.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">For instance, a US company that manufactures toys and wants to offer its products on the German marketplace must ensure that the product conforms to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/compliance-roadmap-for-online-sellers-in-the-eu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">relevant EU laws<\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\"> before listing its items on a German online marketplace.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Although the regulations and directives mandating the use of CE markings often apply to products that aren\u2019t sold on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/the-guide-to-becoming-an-international-seller-on-ebay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">eBay and similar international marketplaces<\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\">, a considerable portion of these regulations apply to items commonly distributed through online channels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Here\u2019s a quick overview of the product categories commonly sold on international online marketplaces that require CE markings:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Sunglasses and safety goggles<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Smartphones and tablets\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Computers and cameras<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Power tools\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Gaming consoles\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Stuffed animals with electronic components<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Dolls<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Musical toys\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Ski, skateboarding, and cycling helmets\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Desk lamps<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Jewelry-making kits<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Please note that the list above doesn\u2019t contain all products requiring CE markings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>CE marking steps<\/h2>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">Depending on various factors, obtaining the CE marking for a product can take anywhere between a couple of weeks and several months.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Sellers who plan to launch a new product on an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/ecommerce-germany-definitive-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">EU marketplace<\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\"> must conduct thorough research and prepare for the challenges they may face.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">We\u2019ve broken the process into several stages to help you understand it better, but remember that the exact steps a business must take depend on the product category.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Checking for applicable EU legislation and harmonized standards<\/h3>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">Before going through the long list of European <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/a-guide-to-the-european-unions-product-safety-standards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\"><u>harmonized standards<\/u><\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\">, manufacturers must first determine which EU directives and regulations apply to the product they want to place on the European marketplace.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">So, toy manufacturers must meet the requirements laid out in the EN-71 series of harmonized standards.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">On the other hand, brands that produce sunglasses must ensure that their products comply with the EN ISO 12312 -1 standard, which specifies requirements for UV protection or optical power, among others.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Conducting the internal conformity assessments<\/h3>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">Once the manufacturer identifies the applicable regulations and standards, they can use them as the guideline for the internal assessment process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">In most cases, manufacturers can utilize Module A to assess low-risk items by:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Identifying foreseeable hazards<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Conducting the necessary testing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Ensuring that the item\u2019s design complies with applicable standards\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Implementing risk reduction measures.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Assessments by a notified body<\/h3>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">The EU laws prevent manufacturers from self-assessing high-risk products. So, unless a product falls under the Module A category, the assessment must be conducted by a notified body.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">The manufacturer must submit an application to a notified body that performs the required tests and issues the compliance certificate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Drawing up the technical documentation<\/h3>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">The manufacturer is responsible for drafting the product\u2019s technical documentation, even if a notified body performs the assessment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">A product\u2019s technical documentation should contain the following elements:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">General description of the product and a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/why-are-ebay-required-product-identifiers-gtin-upc-ean-mpn-important\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\"><u>product identifier<\/u><\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">The name and the address of the manufacturer and authorized representative\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Design and manufacturing drawings<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Description of the production process<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">List of components and materials\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">The results of tests and assessments\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">User instructions<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Additional accompanying documents<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">The exact information a manufacturer must include in the technical documentation depends on the product, which is why it\u2019s paramount to check the requirements for a specific item before starting this step of the process.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Moreover, the manufacturer should ensure that:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Technical documentation is completed before a product becomes available on the market.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">The market surveillance authorities have access to the technical documentation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">Technical documentation is kept for ten years from the moment a product first becomes available on the market.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What is the EU Declaration of Conformity?<\/h2>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">Like the Supplier\u2019s Declaration of Conformity in the US, the EU Declaration of Conformity is a mandatory document that confirms a product has undergone the necessary testing and meets conformity requirements. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">The manufacturer bears the sole responsibility for drafting this document and making it available to importers, distributors, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/top-online-marketplaces\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">online marketplaces<\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\">, customs, and market surveillance authorities or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/a-guide-to-choosing-an-eu-responsible-person-for-online-sellers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">authorized representatives<\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">By signing this document, the manufacturer assumes the responsibility for the product and its compliance with the relevant EU laws. Drawing up and signing this document is also the final step in the CE marking process, along with affixing the marking to the product.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Like the product\u2019s technical documentation, the EU DoC should be kept for ten years and be available to economic operators involved in its supply chain, as well as the customs and market surveillance authorities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>The key elements of an EU DoC<\/h3>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">This document is mandatory for all products requiring CE marking, and it should contain all the details below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">The manufacturer\u2019s or authorized representative\u2019s name and contact details.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">The serial number, model, and type of the product.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">The statement that the manufacturer takes full responsibility for the product\u2019s compliance with EU laws.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/does-using-ai-to-create-product-photos-for-an-ebay-store-pay-off\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">product\u2019s picture<\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\">, identification number, or other types of product identifiers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">The information about the notified body that conducted the assessment (if necessary) or a brief description of the internal assessment process.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">The list of regulations, directives, and harmonized standards a product complies with.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-color=\"transparent\">The manufacturer\u2019s name and signature, along with the date DoC was issued.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">It\u2019s worth noting that in some cases, manufacturers must provide additional information when drafting the DoC.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Compliance as an entry ticket to the EU\u2019s online marketplaces<\/h2>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">Ensuring product compliance with EU requirements and maintaining thorough documentation are essential prerequisites for access to the EU\u2019s digital marketplaces.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/blog\/practical-sales-strategy-tips-for-cross-border-sellers-on-ebay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\">Online sellers<\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\"> who manufacture their products must prepare for the strict and often painstakingly long CE marking process to ensure the placement of their products on European marketplaces.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">The length and complexity of the process, as well as the requirements manufacturers must meet, depend on the product. Thoroughly preparing for this process is the most crucial step a manufacturer can take on their path to compliance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Still, CE marking isn\u2019t the only requirement products entering the EU must meet. The general product safety regulation introduces a wide range of obligations that sellers on online marketplaces must meet before offering a product to European consumers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Do you need assistance meeting the GPSR requirements? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/resources.webinterpret.com\/accelerate-now\/?_gl=1*jy0p9i*_gcl_au*MTgzNzYyMzk0OC4xNzQ4MjUwMDA0*_ga*MTUxNTIxMjE4NC4xNzQwMDUzNjYy*_ga_KWWD0Y0CYM*czE3NTE1MzY4ODUkbzEyOSRnMSR0MTc1MTU0NTA1NyRqNTgkbDAkaDcyNzk4ODcwOQ..#ebay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\"><u>Book a call<\/u><\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\"> and find out how Webinterpret can help you get compliant.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">About Webinterpret<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Webinterpret supports merchants selling on eBay.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">Our AI-based solutions enable more effective selling through automated listing\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/solutions\/localisation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\"><u>localization<\/u><\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\">,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/features\/advertising\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\"><u>advertising<\/u><\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\">, and\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/features\/returns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\"><u>returns<\/u><\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\">\u00a0and ensure all products placed on EU markets are\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/srv83848.seohost.com.pl\/en\/solutions\/gpsr-compliance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-color=\"transparent\"><u>GPSR-compliant<\/u><\/span><\/a><span data-color=\"transparent\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-color=\"transparent\">By giving your international customers a full, end-to-end local shopping experience, Webinterpret improves your conversion and helps establish your business globally.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>According to the EU\u2019s Blue Guide, CE is a conformity marking that indicates a product\u2019s compliance with European environmental, safety, and health standards and regulations.\u00a0 On the other hand, the EU Declaration of Conformity is the final step in the CE marking process, serving as proof that the manufacturer has successfully completed each step.\u00a0 Hence, sellers on eBay and other European online marketplaces must ensure that their products have undergone this process successfully, even if they only act as the distributors of items they include in their online stores.\u00a0 However, understanding which product categories and specific products require CE marking and EU DoC can be challenging because a wide range of EU regulations mandates their use.\u00a0 As a result, eBay sellers who produce sunglasses or toys must ensure that each item they place on an online marketplace in the EU has both the CE marking and the DoC.\u00a0 Here\u2019s what you need to know about the EU Declaration of Conformity and CE markings before placing a product on one of eBay\u2019s European marketplaces. CE Markings and the EU DoC: Key takeaways CE markings are mandatory for specific product categories sold in the EU, EEA, and Turkey. EU DoC is unnecessary for products that don\u2019t require CE markings\u00a0 Affixing a CE marking to a product that doesn\u2019t comply with the EU\u2019s environmental, health, and safety regulations is punishable by fines, product recalls, and market bans.\u00a0 The exact steps manufacturers must take during the CE marking process depend on the applicable harmonizing standards, directives, regulations, and product-specific requirements.\u00a0 CE marking ensures the free movement of products on European markets. The scope of CE Marking requirements One of the largest obstacles sellers face on the path to the EU\u2019s online marketplaces is grasping the scope of CE marking requirements.\u00a0 There are over thirty EU-wide CE marking directives and regulations that mandate the use of this marking for specific product categories.\u00a0 That\u2019s why sellers who manufacture the products they offer on the EU\u2019s online marketplace or distributors who significantly modify items they sell in their online stores must be familiar with all regulations, directives, and harmonized standards that apply to the specific product categories they offer to European consumers. Before physically affixing the CE marking to a product, manufacturers or economic operators qualifying as manufacturers must: Ensure a product\u2019s conformity with relevant environmental protection, product safety, and health standards.\u00a0\u00a0 Compose a technical document outlining the conformity assessment procedure and listing the harmonized EU standards.\u00a0 Determine whether the notified body should conduct an independent assessment of the product.\u00a0 Create the EU Declaration of Conformity.\u00a0 The process of obtaining the CE marking is free, unless an independent assessment by the notified body is required, and there\u2019s no limit to the marking\u2019s period of validity.\u00a0 Product categories that require CE marking It\u2019s paramount to know which categories of products must have CE marking before entering EU marketplaces, even for online sellers who only distribute products they add to their stores. They must ensure that each item has the necessary documentation and appropriately affixed marking.\u00a0 Things get exponentially more complex for international sellers on eBay or other platforms who produce the items they sell on European online marketplaces.\u00a0 For instance, a US company that manufactures toys and wants to offer its products on the German marketplace must ensure that the product conforms to relevant EU laws before listing its items on a German online marketplace.\u00a0 Although the regulations and directives mandating the use of CE markings often apply to products that aren\u2019t sold on eBay and similar international marketplaces, a considerable portion of these regulations apply to items commonly distributed through online channels.\u00a0 Here\u2019s a quick overview of the product categories commonly sold on international online marketplaces that require CE markings:\u00a0 Sunglasses and safety goggles Smartphones and tablets\u00a0 Computers and cameras Power tools\u00a0 Gaming consoles\u00a0 Stuffed animals with electronic components Dolls Musical toys\u00a0 Ski, skateboarding, and cycling helmets\u00a0 Desk lamps Jewelry-making kits Please note that the list above doesn\u2019t contain all products requiring CE markings. CE marking steps Depending on various factors, obtaining the CE marking for a product can take anywhere between a couple of weeks and several months.\u00a0 Sellers who plan to launch a new product on an EU marketplace must conduct thorough research and prepare for the challenges they may face.\u00a0 We\u2019ve broken the process into several stages to help you understand it better, but remember that the exact steps a business must take depend on the product category. Checking for applicable EU legislation and harmonized standards Before going through the long list of European harmonized standards, manufacturers must first determine which EU directives and regulations apply to the product they want to place on the European marketplace.\u00a0 So, toy manufacturers must meet the requirements laid out in the EN-71 series of harmonized standards.\u00a0 On the other hand, brands that produce sunglasses must ensure that their products comply with the EN ISO 12312 -1 standard, which specifies requirements for UV protection or optical power, among others. Conducting the internal conformity assessments Once the manufacturer identifies the applicable regulations and standards, they can use them as the guideline for the internal assessment process.\u00a0 In most cases, manufacturers can utilize Module A to assess low-risk items by:\u00a0 Identifying foreseeable hazards Conducting the necessary testing Ensuring that the item\u2019s design complies with applicable standards\u00a0 Implementing risk reduction measures.\u00a0 Assessments by a notified body The EU laws prevent manufacturers from self-assessing high-risk products. So, unless a product falls under the Module A category, the assessment must be conducted by a notified body.\u00a0 The manufacturer must submit an application to a notified body that performs the required tests and issues the compliance certificate.\u00a0 Drawing up the technical documentation The manufacturer is responsible for drafting the product\u2019s technical documentation, even if a notified body performs the assessment.\u00a0 A product\u2019s technical documentation should contain the following elements: General description of the product and a product identifier The name and the address of the manufacturer and authorized representative\u00a0 Design and manufacturing drawings<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":65,"featured_media":379372,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[9672,9674],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-379371","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-expanding-to-new-markets","category-tax-and-compliance"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.1 (Yoast SEO v28.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>What eBay sellers need to know about CE markings and EU DoC<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"CE markings and the Declaration of Conformity are prerequisites for product compliance in the EU. 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